Deerwood Country Club is seeking a Service Captain to lead and support our front-of-house team during daily dining service and special events. This role ensures seamless execution, exceptional hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere for members and guests.
We’re looking for someone with a passion for hospitality, strong leadership skills, and a keen eye for detail. This position is eligible to participate in the gratuity pool, offering additional earning potential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years in the food industry, preferably as a banquet captain, or lead server in a high-volume operation.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of health department regulations and liquor laws.
• Proficient in using computers and relevant software.
• Commitment to following the Club’s safety protocols.
• Food handler certification or willingness to obtain.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

FMLA

• Workers’ Compensation Insurance
• Fun and friendly work environment
  At Deerwood Country Club (DCC) our most valuable asset is our team. The DCC culture thrives because our staff share a mutual trust, sense of entertainment and unparalleled commitment to hospitality in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and team-oriented environment. We are seeking fellow hospitality professionals who are like-minded service professionals and customer experience driven. Our hiring practices aim to reflect our broad values, of fairness, transparency, and merit-based selection. DCC prides itself on being a safe environment, drug-free workplace, and Equal Opportunity Employer. For the safety and well-being of our team, we conduct pre-employment drug screens, social security checks and criminal background checks on all new hires. DCC ensures every candidate has equal access to opportunities and participates in the federal E-Verify program.
  Deerwood Country Club is a community steeped in local history and pivotal to the development of Jacksonville. DCC is the first gated community in Florida and our golf course hosted the Greater Jacksonville Open, which later became The Players Championship. In 1975 the club was the site of landmark international treaty talks between President Gerald R. Ford and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat.
  Today, DCC continues to embrace its rich history and traditions as a premiere private equity country club. DCC features a 25,000-square foot clubhouse with dining and banquet facilities, an 18-hole championship golf course, twelve Har-Tru tennis courts, four pickleball courts and an award-winning tennis program. The Club also boasts a fitness center with children’s nursery and massage services, plus a junior Olympic-size, resort-style swimming pool with a swim team and summer camps.
  DCC reviews applications in the order in which they are received. Applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted by the hiring manager by phone or email. All other applications will be closed for further review.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: From $18.00 per hour
  Work Location: In perso

• Provide warm, professional service to members, guests, and staff.
• Oversee daily dining and banquet operations, ensuring top-tier service and satisfaction.
• Lead pre-event setups, staff briefings, and coordinate service execution.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and bar teams to maintain smooth service flow.
• Monitor service quality and proactively address guest needs.
• Assist staff, direct traffic, and resolve service or food-related issues promptly.
• Supervise post-event breakdown and ensure proper storage and sanitation.
• Attend BEO meetings and contribute to post-event evaluations.
• Uphold safety and sanitation standards.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.